NHTSA Recall 07V426000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V426000; Date: Sep. 13, 2007
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Dodge Avenger
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Daimlerchrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,158
Recall Summary:
On certain vehicles with all wheel drive, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This can cause the fuel tank to loosen and leak fuel.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during October 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Recall Notes:
Daimlerchrysler recall no. G38. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 15, 2007
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